01/22/2026
On Saturday, January 24 at 9:00 AM CST / 10:00 AM EST, the Links Arts Mentoring Program (LAMP) is excited to welcome , attorney, educator, and arts advocate, for a virtual masterclass focused on the business and legal foundations every artist should understand.
This session is designed for both visual artists and performing artists who want to grow beyond creating in isolation and build sustainable, empowered careers, without compromising creative integrity. Drawing from years of experience working with artists and internationally recognized performers, Ed will break down complex topics in a way that’s practical, accessible, and immediately useful.
Topics include:
• Understanding your value, pricing, and monetization
• Branding and professional positioning
• Contracts and agreements, what to look for before signing
• Intellectual property basics and protecting original work
• Navigating relationships with managers, agents, collaborators, and organizations
Whether you’re a visual artist, musician, dancer, actor, or creative entrepreneur, this masterclass offers real-world insight into how creativity, business, and the law intersect, and how to protect yourself while you grow.
📅 January 24
⏰ 10:00 AM EST
📍 Virtual
Open to artists, creatives, families, and community members
This is an opportunity to learn from someone who understands the realities creatives face, and is committed to helping artists thrive. Share with an artist who needs this. Register here: https://forms.gle/VvCVkhhR4fUeaxfb7